Aldi and Hy-Vee shoppers are urged to check their cream cheese spreads amid a recall due to potential salmonella contamination. The recalled products, sold across multiple states, have prompted immediate action to prevent health risks. This recall highlights the importance of food safety and consumer vigilance.
Cream Cheese Recall Alert
Aldi and Hy-Vee customers should inspect their refrigerators for potentially contaminated cream cheese products.
Details of Recalled Products
Aldi is recalling several cream cheese spreads due to possible salmonella contamination, including Happy Farms Whipped Cream Cheese Spread, Chive & Onion, and Strawberry variants.
No Reported Illnesses Yet
There have been no reported illnesses related to Aldi’s recalled products at this time. Aldi has not disclosed any further details regarding potential health impacts.
Hy-Vee’s Voluntary Recall
Hy-Vee has also issued a voluntary recall for two varieties of its cream cheese spreads over salmonella concerns. This recall involves products sold under Hy-Vee’s private label and bulk packaging programs.
Manufacturer Notification
The potential contamination was flagged by the manufacturers, prompting Hy-Vee’s recall. The products were manufactured at various third-party facilities in the Midwest.
No Adverse Reactions Reported
To date, there have been no confirmed adverse reactions linked to Hy-Vee’s recalled cream cheese. Hy-Vee has not provided additional comments on the situation.
Affected Cream Cheese Products
The recalled Aldi products include four varieties in 8-ounce containers: Regular, Whipped, Chive & Onion, and Strawberry cream cheese.
UPC Codes and Sell-By Dates
The recalled whipped cream cheese from Aldi has a UPC code of 4099100101881, while the regular cream cheese is marked with 4099100101737. Chive & Onion and Strawberry spreads bear the UPC codes 4099100101751 and 4099100101744, respectively. These products have sell-by dates ranging from August 30, 2024, to September 22, 2024.
Hy-Vee Product Details
Hy-Vee’s recalled 12-ounce cream cheese spread has a UPC code of 0075450096120 and a use by date of October 1, 2024. The whipped cream cheese spread in 8-ounce containers has a UPC code of 0075450096132, with use by dates of August 7, 2024, and August 14, 2024.
Where to Find Recalled Products
Aldi’s recalled cream cheese products were sold in 29 states, including Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Texas. Hy-Vee’s affected items were distributed across eight states, including Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri.
Customer Actions
Aldi and Schreiber Foods advise customers to discard the recalled products or return them to the store for a full refund. For further assistance, customers can contact consumer relations via a toll-free number or email.
Hy-Vee’s Response
Hy-Vee has confirmed that all affected cream cheese items have been removed from store shelves. Customers who purchased the recalled products are advised to either dispose of them or return them to a Hy-Vee store for a full refund.
Customer Support
For additional inquiries, customers can contact Hy-Vee’s customer care center by phone. Hy-Vee encourages anyone with concerns to reach out for further assistance.
Salmonella Health Risks
Salmonella infection typically causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, with symptoms appearing six hours to six days after exposure. Most people recover without treatment within four to seven days, but young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems may require medical intervention.
